Buddhist Study Center

A signature offering is the Dharma Light Program of interactive classes in Buddhist teachings and living.

Music Committee

The Music Committee provides information and resources to enrich the musical climate of all temples. The committee shares new gathas (Buddhist hymns) composed since the publication of the 1990 edition of Praises of the Buddha, as well as translations of Japanese gathas.

Living Treasures of Hawaii

Living Treasures of Hawaii recognizes and honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence and high achievement in their particular field of endeavor, and through continuous growth, learning, and sharing have made significant contributions toward enriching our society.

Social Concerns

Social Concerns administers donations collected from members and friends of HHMH to aid in disaster relief efforts, lends aid to worthy causes and non-profits, and addresses social issues from a Buddhist perspective.

Buddhist Women’s Associations

The Hawaii Federation of Buddhist Women’s Associations (HFBWA) is one of our largest affiliated organizations and is composed of 29 temple units throughout Hawaii organized into 5 districts. BWA offers programs such as Buddhist education, student exchange with Japan BWA, Dana Day (selfless giving), sister districts, and special services.

Pacific Buddhist Academy

Pacific Buddhist Academy is an independent college preparatory Buddhist high school dedicated to nurturing intelligent, self-aware leaders with the courage, skills, and compassion to create a peaceful world.

(Note that there is also a Hongwanji-affiliated K-8 across the Pali Highway, Hongwanji Mission School, overseen by the Hawaii Betsuin temple.)

Programs for Youth

Peace Day Hawaii

Peace Day Hawaii provides an opportunity to nurture peace in people’s lives and society. In 2007, through the efforts of the Junior YBA, Hawaii became the first State in the nation to officially observe Peace Day.

Local temples host many more organizations and programs. To find a temple near you, use the Temple Locator.

About Us

Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii shares the living teachings of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism so that all beings may enjoy lives of harmony, peace, and gratitude.Who We Are »

This Sunday, December 9, is the Honolulu Marathon and 10K. For the fifth year in a row, Pacific Buddhist Academy has fielded a Run / Walk for Peace Team that has grown to a record number of 15 members, including students, parents, and faculty/staff!

December 3, 2018 Benediction for the 2018 Inauguration of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor of the State of Hawai’i By Rev. Eric Matsumoto Bishop, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii All-Inclusive Wisdom and All-Embracing Compassion/Buddha of Infinite Light and Immeasurable Life, at

Today, Zen meditation class will be held at the Meeting Room No 1 of the Buddhist Study Center (BSC) at 6: 00 pm. In Jodo Shinshu (Shin Buddhism), there is no tradition to practice meditation, but the BSC is aiming to help, support, and contribute to our community including other Buddhist traditions. So the people who would like to practice meditation are also very welcome at the BSC. If you have any questions about the class, please call to 808-371-1068. ...